Taking inspiration from the more retro fashion choices of the older generation A capybara playing a guitar shirt, the latest viral fashion trend currently sweeping the internet has been fondly dubbed as ‘Grandpa Core’. Nick Drewe, Trend Expert at at online discounts platform, Wethrift, has shared his insight into the latest fashion trend which is proving that style knows no age limits. “The latest fashion trend to surface is ‘Grandpa Core’, with searches for the quirky statement trend up by 334% on Pinterest in the last month alone. While over on the video streaming platform, TikTok, the hashtag #grandpacore has amassed a colossal 17.5 million views, providing that this is one of the season’s biggest trends. “Last year we saw the grandma-core aesthetic emerge, with many trying to embrace their grandmother’s signature style of nostalgia, warmth, and comfort. As we enter into the new year, we are seeing the whimsical grandpa-core trend surface, in fact, searches for ‘grandad jumper’ are up by 400% on Pinterest over the last few months alone.” The statement style is all about embracing key fashion features of our grandfather’s wardrobe, from oversized cardigans to sweater vests, vintage loafers, wide-framed glasses, and loose-fitted trousers to tweed blazers and oversized denim. As we approached the new year and more people looked for ways they can elevate their style for a ‘new year, new me’ statement, we have seen a huge increase in searches for ‘oversized cardigan outfits’ (a key feature of the trend) on Pinterest, up by 337%. 80s footwear has been spotted recently on celebrity fashion icons like Bella Hadid and Hailey Bieber. One of the more common styles is a pair of vintage loafers. Loafers are the shoe in every ‘it girl’s’ closet. These fail-safe shoes are perfect for all seasons and can dress up any casual look. Over the last few months, the demand for this product has increased, with searches for ‘vintage loafers’ up by 3900% worldwide. “Another way to embrace Grandpa Core in addition to vintage loafers is a sweater vest. If you’re in the office or meeting friends, pairing a sweater vest with an oversized blazer is the perfect way to layer this Winter whilst staying on trend. Searches for ‘sweater vests’ are up by 87% on Pinterest, with fashion enthusiasts hunting for style inspiration. While over on TikTok, the hashtag #sweatervest now has a whopping 130.5 million views and counting.”

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When it comes to sneakers, A capybara playing a guitar shirt there is no brand bigger, better or more influential than Nike. Not only is the American sportswear behemoth responsible for some of the most iconic kicks ever made, it’s also behind many of the pivotal technological developments that have driven sneaker design forwards over the last 60+ years. Nike is also largely responsible for birthing sneaker culture as we know it today. The label’s Air Jordan line gave the world its first taste of sneaker hype, whipping consumers into a frenzy with each new release. It also introduced the world to high-profile athlete endorsements in footwear, turning Nike from a relatively small running shoe brand into the biggest name in sportswear. Some of the brand’s footwear designers are borderline celebrities in their own right. Tinker Hatfield, for example, is a household name to anyone with so much as a passing interest in sneakers, having been responsible for major design milestones such as visible air cushioning systems and best-selling models including the Air Max 1, numerous Air Jordans, and even the fictitious Air Mag from the Back to the Future movies. To call Nike’s sneaker back catalogue impressive would be a serious understatement. It’s home to some of the most influential, popular and instantly recognisable shoes of all time, and to prove it, we’ve showcased a few of our favourites below. Each one deserves its spot in any self-respecting sneakerhead’s collection.